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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 1900s
2-Seat Sofa Model "830" Design Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This two-seater "830" sofa was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The sofa is in good original condition and is covered wit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Elegant Curved Four-Seat Sofa in Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Curved sofa, upholstery, Italy, 1960s This sofa bears multiple dynamic features. The shape of the sofa is slightly curved. Four loose seat cushions structure the sofa. Elegant legs ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Exquisite Danish Design 3 seater sofa By Grete Jalk in Black Leather & teak 1950
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite mid-century modern Danish 3-seater sofa, designed by the renowned Grete Jalk in the 1950s. A true icon of Scandinavian design, this pie...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950s George Nakashima Studio Slatted Lounge Chair with Arms in Black Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare lounge chair with arms crafted by George Nakashima circa late 1950s, acquired from the family of the original owners. This is an iconic example of the slatted series, ...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

1950's Mid-Century Modern Folding Daybed / Sofa
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1950's Midcentury Modern foldable sofa / daybed for sale. Originally from the 1950's, and was professionally reupholstered in the 1960's. The owners ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Silk

Hvidt and Mølgaard-nielsen for France & Søn 'Minerva' Daybed in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Søn, 'Minerva' daybed, teak, metal, fabric, Denmark, design 1957, production 1960s. This elegant daybed or sofa is named 'Minerva'...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Three Seats Sofa of Italian Production, 1950s
Located in Parma, IT
Three-seats sofa Italian production of the 1950s. Wooden structure with conical feet, completely restored with vintage fabric. In excellent conditions.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Cognac PK 31 /2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Utrecht, NL
PK 31 /2 sofa settee by Poul Kjærholm, manufactured by first manufacturer Ejvindt Kold Christensen Denmark (marking on last photo). Sofa comes with original upholstered frame panels...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1950's Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sofa
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern couch for sale. Manufactured in the 1950's, and is an original Paul McCobb piece with the original fabric. It's in need of reupholstery. We had the legs re...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten, 1956
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master cabinetmaker Carl Malmsten. It was produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden. Thi...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Gray Suede Leather
Located in North Miami, FL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Sofa, Model 'D70' in gray suede leather, Italy, 1954. A sofa that transforms into a daybed designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Daybed by Taichiro Nakai for La Permanente Furniture 1950s restored
Located in Milano, IT
Daybed designed by Taichiro Nakai and made by La Permanente Mobili Cantù for the First Selective in 1955. It features a black-painted metal frame with wooden profiles, seat with foam...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Chic Large French 1950s Sofa by Maison Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic large French 1950s sofa by Maison Leleu, Paris.
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1950s French Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Red furniture wool, oak wood, springs in the seat cushion. Manufactured by Da...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'D70' Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, sofa, model, 'D70', steel, brass, leather, Italy, 1954 A sofa that transforms into a daybed designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954. Extraordinary elegance in...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Small Sofà Bamboo and Brass Italian Design Mid Century Gabriella Crespi Style
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Small sofà bamboo and brass Italian design mid century Gabriella Crespi style.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sofa by Josef Hoffman for J & J Kohn, Vienna, Austria, 1900s
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa by Josef Hoffman for J & J Kohn, Vienna, Austria, 1900s
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Modern Sofa / Daybed in Oakwood, Poul Volther for Frem Møbelfabrik, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Scandinavian Modern sofa / daybed by Danish designer Poul Volther. Manufactured at Frem Røjle in the 1950s. The frame is made from solid oakwood and the cushions retain the o...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1950’s Oak Sofa by Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Chicago, IL
1950’s French oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron. New upholstery. Arm height 22
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Vintage Walnut Sofa Model U-150 by Jens Risom
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage walnut sofa designed by the iconic designer Jens Risom in the United States, circa 1950s. Transform your living space with this exquisitely ref...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut, Leather

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Upholstered in Bouclé, Scandinavia ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
One of the most significant contributions of the Scandinavian countries to the European fine arts has been in the field of design. The Scandinavian countries have achieved world-wide...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Dick Cordemeijer Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer manufactured in Netherlands, circa 1950. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beauti...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Wonderful Italian Sofa Attributed to Gio Ponti and Completely Re-Upholstered
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing lines resting on two legs in front and two castors at the back for easy moving. Belts, foam and velvet completely redone.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Poul Kjaerholm 'PK31' Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, three-seat sofa model PK 31, leather and metal, Denmark, 1958. Beautiful PK31 sofa in patinated black leather by P...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Sofa, Rosewood, Grey Fabric, Brazil, 1955
Located in High Point, NC
A grey fabric and rosewood sofa designed and produced by Liceu de Artes e Ofícios, Brazil, 1955. Presents with partial makers label to underside.
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Italian Modern Curved Loveseat with Brass Legs, circa 1950
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning Italian modern Gio Ponti inspired curved loveseat with brass legs. Our small sculptural Italian sofa is both stylish and comfortable with beautiful splayed brass legs. This ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful a...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak, Leather

Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan Bronze Patio Three Seater Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bronze three seater sofa by Walter Lamb for Brown Jordan. The sofa has a beautiful curved construction in tubular bronze with a patinated verdigris finish. The sofa has two rounded supports at the middle of the sofa and a stretcher that runs the length of the piece. The arm rests carry the same curved detail with double bronze tubing. This sofa retains its original vinyl cording...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bronze

1900s Viennese Secession Sofa in the Style of Josef Maria Olbrich
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - - Professionally reupholstered in quality fabric designed by Gustav Klimt - height of seat 45 cm.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa in Moss Green Velvet and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, velvet, brass, Italy, 1950s This gorgeous sofa is an iconic example of Italian design from the 1950s. Organic and sculptural, this sofa is anything but minimalistic. Equipped ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

20th Century, Gio Ponti Sofa 'Attributed' in Wood and Upholstery in Fabric, '50s
Located in Turin, Turin
Very beautiful Sofa attributed to Gio Ponti designed in '50s in Italy. The sofa has a wooden structure and the upholstery in two colors fabric (white and green). The sofa seems to be...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional Sculptural Cubist Sofa
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare Paul McCobb for Directional sculptural cubist sofa or settee. Legs have been refinished, older reupholstery and foam must be updated. Great sleek geom...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofa in Original Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussman for De Sede, three-seat sofa, leather and steel, Switzerland, design 1954. This comfortable sofa is designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede and features a chromed ...
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Armless “Morris” Settees
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare pair of settees designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. Settees feature an armless profile complete with two mahogany "sled" like legs. These occasionally come up in so...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Scandinavian Modern Paradiset Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for NK
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Paradiset sofa from the Triva collection was designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmqvist in 1958 and manufactured by Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in Sweden. The characteristic Hörlin-Holmqv...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

1950s Rustic Hand Carved Wood Fringe Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Poul Kjærholm PK-31/3 Sofa Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model PK-31/3 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel

Kofod Larsen Three Seat Danish Sofa
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic three seat sofa designed by IB Kofod Larsen, manufactured in Denmark and distributed through Selig. Frames restored, new straps, re...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Ash

Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare and desirable sofa Model 5316 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. This completely original example is in very good condition. No tears, holes or stains to the o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Børge Mogensen #330 Fredericia Oak "Football" Sofas / Daybeds w/ Original Fabric
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A rare pair of sofas/daybeds designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia A/S. Originally designed in a larger version for Erhard Rasmussen, this awesome sofa set is truly unique. It is...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956
Located in High Point, NC
A white bouclé and teak sofa designed by Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen and produced by Thorald Madsen, Denmark, circa 1956. Seat Height (inches): 12.75" All items ship from High Poin...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofa in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussman for De Sede, three-seat sofa, fabric and chrome plated metal, Switzerland, design 1954. This comfortable three-seat sofa is designed by Robert Haussmann for De Sede...
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Arne Vodder Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Ivan Schlechter, sofa, patinated leather, teak, Denmark, design 1953, manufactured late 1950s-1960s. Elegant two-seat settee in admirable cognac leather and teak b...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

1950's Hollywood Regency Grand and Expertly Carved Sofa Chinoiserie/ Asian
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Expertly Carved Grand Sofa. Please look at pictures closely, all of the wood frame is carved with stunning Asian motif. Very high quality vintage...
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1950s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wood

Carl Malmsten "Hemmakväll" Sofa for O.H. Sjögren, Sweden 1956
Located in Utrecht, NL
Carl Malmsten devoted his life to the renewal of Swedish craftsmanship, inspired to create furniture endowed with a creative simplicity, with functionality in mind and a high technic...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Louis Philippe style sofa, France, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Louis Philippe style sofa from France, circa 1900. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of the upholstery. height 105 cm seat height 48 cm width 163 cm ...
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Early 1900s French Louis Philippe Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

1950's Hand Dyed Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club Sofa English
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original 1950’s cigar brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in lightly restored condition with fully buttoned base and solid walnut turned feet...
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1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech, Oak

3-Seat Sofa Model "830" Design Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This two-seater "830" sofa was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The sofa is in good original condition and is covered wit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous Wing back settee or sofa, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950s. This sofa is currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed in...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950’s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous timeless chesterfield sofa designed by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950’s. This sofa is made of original leather with a tufted back and seat, ( the bottoms are well attached to t...
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1950s American Chesterfield Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

Impeccably Restored Paul Frankl Four Strand Rattan 4 Seat Corner Sectional So
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this meticulously restored Four-Strand Square Pretzel Corner Rattan Sectional Sofa, a masterpiece crafted in the style of the renowned Paul Frankl...
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1950s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Rattan

White Garden Sofa Mid-century Worked Shaped Green Metal Cushion 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
White Garden Sofa Mid-century Worked Shaped Green Metal Cushion 1950s. Fabric Cushion with Leaves to make your Garden or Terrace even Greener.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Metal

PK-31/2 Leather Sofa by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, 1958, Denmark
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This sofa was once placed in a bank building in Denmark. It is completely original and marked with the original marking of E. Kold Christensen on the bottom bar. The dark brown leath...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ultra Rare Fuchsia Magenta Sofa and Armchair Set by Maurice Mourra Freres
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful and ultra rare sofa set from middle of the 1950s by Maurice Mourra Freres (one sofa and two armchairs). This set is often wrongly assig...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass, Metal

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman for The Sherman Bertram Company. USA, 1952 A rare and collectible sofa designed by Greta Grossman. This sofa appeared in the May 1952 edition of the Arts & Architecture magazine. The metal frame is in original vintage condition. The sofa has been fully restored and upholstered in a luxurious ebony suri bouclé Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca fabric from the Sonoma Coast...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa Senator, Danish Design Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher
Located in München, Bavaria
Dimensions: 182 x 75 x 80 cm (Width x Height x Depth) This Mid Century three seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher for the Sentator Series for France and Son in the 1950s. This mod...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Teak

Pair Mid-Century Modern Two Seat Sofa Settees By Max Stout Mohair w Iron Frames
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous styling from the 1950s, pair of wingback Settees with mohair upholstery. Beautiful iron frames with oak arms create the perfect seating. And there's a pair!! 2nd settee is o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Sofa and Armchairs Labelled Jakob & Joseph Kohn
Located in Beirut, LB
Set of Art Nouveau sofa and two armchair by Jakob e Joseph Kohn, Wien. Bentwood solid walnut with an original upholstery in hand painted silk with typical ...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Sofas

Materials

Bentwood

New Upholstered Orange Jens Risom Sofa Set with Missoni Fabric
Located in Berlin, DE
Excellent set by Jens Risom in fully restored condition. The fabric is an orange yellow Missoni fabric with new foam and restored walnut frame.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1950s Sofa, model Stella
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa, model Stella, from the 1950s. High-quality solid beech wood frame. The sofa can be transformed into a guest bed in just a few simple steps. The original spring core h...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

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